Turn your High-Maintenance Park Strip into a Beautiful, Water-Wise Landscape
Tired of mowing a narrow strip of grass that never seems to look great? Our Park Strip Flip services replace high-maintenance turf with decorative rock, water-wise plants, and low-maintenance park strip landscaping designed for Utah’s climate.
Whether you’re looking for a simple Rip ‘N’ Flip or a fully landscaped park strip, we’ll help you choose the option that fits your home, budget, and maintenance goals.
- Eliminate Mowing
- Reduce Water Use
- Improve Curb Appeal
- Built for Utah’s Climate
Why Homeowners Choose a Park Strip Flip
A park strip may only be a small part of your yard, but it’s one of the first things people see.
Replacing a grass park strip with decorative rock and water-wise landscaping can instantly improve the appearance of your home while reducing the time and money spent maintaining it.
Less Maintenance
Spend less time mowing, edging, fertilizing, and maintaining your park strip.
Save Water
Replace thirsty grass with decorative rock, drip irrigation, and water-wise landscaping that helps reduce outdoor water use.
Better Curb Appeal
A professionally installed park strip creates a clean, finished appearance that enhances the look of your entire property.
How it Works
1. Request a Free Quote
Tell us about your park strip and the type of finished look you’d like to achieve.
2. Choose Your Package
We’ll help you choose the Park Strip Flip option that best fits your property and budget.
3. We Handle the Hard Work
Our crew removes the existing grass, prepares the area, installs irrigation improvements (when applicable), landscape fabric, and your new landscape materials.
4. Enjoy Your New Park Strip
Spend less time maintaining your landscape and more time enjoying it.
Choose the Park Strip That’s Right for You
Rip ‘N’ Flip
The quickest and most affordable way to transform your park strip.
Perfect for homeowners who want a clean, attractive, low-maintenance park strip without the cost of a complete redesign.
Includes:
- Grass removal
- Sprinklers capped
- Commercial landscape fabric
- Decorative rock installation
Ideal for:
Budget-friendly, low-maintenance landscapes.
Rock ‘N’ Plant
Everything included in Rip ‘N’ Flip – plus beautiful water-wise plants.
Adds color, texture, and seasonal interest while still keeping maintenance low.
Includes:
- Everything in Rip ‘N’ Flip
- Water-wise plants
- Drip irrigation conversion
- Plant Layout
Ideal for:
Homeowners wanting more color and curb appeal.
Rock ‘N’ Oasis
A complete custom park strip transformation.
Our premium option combines decorative rock, water-wise plants, boulders, and custom design to create a truly unique landscape.
Includes:
- Custom landscape design
- Decorative boulders
- Premium plant selection
- Drip irrigation
- Complete installation
Ideal for:
Homeowners wanting the best possible curb appeal.
Not sure which Park Strip Flip is right for you?
We offer three different park strip packages, ranging from a simple, budget-friendly Rip ‘N’ Flip to fully customized water-wise landscapes. During your quote, we’ll help you choose the option that best fits your goals and budget. There’s no pressure to buy more than you need.
Typical Investment
Every park strip is unique, but most projects follow these general pricing guidelines.
Project Minimum: $1,250
Rip ‘N’ Flip
Approximately $4-$6 per square foot
Rock ‘N’ Plants
Approximately $7-$9 per square foot
Rock ‘N’ Oasis
Custom Quoted
Pricing depends on:
- Project size
- Material selection
- Irrigation work
- Site access
- Optional upgrades
Could my project qualify for a rebate?
Some Utah homeowners may qualify for landscape incentives when replacing grass with water-efficient landscaping. Eligibility, design requirements, and incentive amounts vary by city and water district. Approval may be required before any grass is removed. Check your eligibility through Utah Water Savers before beginning your project.
Why Choose Rock N Yard?
We Specialize in Park Strip Transformations
Park strips aren’t just another service we offer. They’re one of our specialties. We’ve completed park strip projects throughout Salt Lake County using proven installation methods and quality landscape materials.
Local Knowledge
We understand Utah’s climate, local water-wise landscaping trends, and the unique challenges of park strip projects.
Honest Pricing
Every project is quoted based on the size of your park strip, access, material selection, and irrigation requirements. So you only pay for what your project needs.
One Company From Start To Finish
Unlike many contractors, we own our own Landscape Center.
That means:
- Professional material selection
- Reliable scheduling
- Quality products
- One point of contact
- Delivery and installation coordinated together
Looking for More Than a Park Strip Flip?
Some projects require additional site preparation or landscape improvements.
If your project includes:
- Major grading
- Large landscape renovations
- Drainage improvements
- Multiple Landscape areas
Our Site Prep & Material Installation service may be a better fit.
Which Service Is Right For You?
| Service | Best For |
|---|---|
| Material Pickup | You’re completing the project yourself. |
| Material Delivery | You’d like the materials delivered. |
| Delivery & Installation | Your area is already prepared. |
| Site Prep & Material Installation | We’ll prepare the area and complete the installation. |
| ⭐ Park Strip Flip Services | A complete solution specifically designed for replacing high-maintenance park strips. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to remove the grass first?
No. We handle the removal as part of the project.
Do you convert sprinklers to drip irrigation?
Yes. Depending on the package you choose, we can cap existing sprinklers or convert them to an efficient drip irrigation system for new plants.
Can I choose my own rock?
Absolutely. We carry a wide selection of decorative rock, cobble, and pathway materials at our Landscape Center.
How long does a Park Strip Flip take?
Most projects are completed in one to two days, depending on the size and scope.
Will I still need to water it?
Decorative rock requires virtually no watering. If your project includes plants, they’ll be watered with an efficient drip irrigation system designed specifically for water-wise landscaping.
Ready to Flip Your Park Strip?
Whether you’re looking for a simple Rip ‘N’ Flip or a fully customized water-wise landscape, Rock N Yard can help you create a park strip that’s beautiful, functional, and easy to maintain.